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The Stunningly original new YA novel from renowned spoken-word poet Steven Camden, AKA PolarBear
Marcie is real. With real problems.
For years she has been hitching a ride on the train of her best friend Caras life. Now theres only one more summer until theyre off to uni together.
Just like they planned.
But Marcie has a secret, and time is running out for her to decide what she really wants.
Years ago, Thor was also Marcies friend before she cast him out, back to his own world. Time is running out for him too.If he doesnt make a decision soon, hes going to face the fade.
But Thor is not real. And thats a real problem . . .
In this coming of age tale, Marcie's struggle with self-reliance and self-esteem is a poignant reflexion of the realism of teenage life. The social themes explored through her friendship with Thor, a magical yet unreal entity, add a unique twist to this top teen fiction.
For fans of Tia Fisher (Crossing the Line)